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Barack Obama
@barackobama· Democratic · IL· Oct 19, 2007

Instead of driving thousands of children who were on the right path into the shadows, we need to give those who play by the rules the opportunity to succeed.

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Barack Obama
@barackobama· Democratic · IL· Oct 19, 2007

When I'm President, we'll give our kids everything they need to have a fighting chance.

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Barack Obama
@barackobama· Democratic · IL· Sep 27, 2007

It will take a movement to ensure that every young person gets the chance that Howard gave all of you.

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Barack Obama
@barackobama· Democratic · IL· Sep 17, 2007

We believe that there is a place in the American economy for every American's dream.

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Barack Obama
@barackobama· Democratic · IL· Sep 14, 2007

So this month and every month, let's reaffirm our shared history as a nation of immigrants dedicated to prosperity and opportunity for all.

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Barack Obama
@barackobama· Democratic · IL· Sep 6, 2007

To build an economy that spreads opportunity to every corner of this country, we need to invest in our workers, our infrastructure, and help struggling homeowners avoid foreclosure.

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Joseph Biden
@josephbiden· Democratic · DE· Apr 22, 2007

We must never forget that every American has a right to a fair shot at success, and that we must do all we can to make that a reality.

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Joseph Biden
@josephbiden· Democratic · DE· Apr 22, 2007

I believe that the American people are ready for a new era of progress, of opportunity, and of prosperity.

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Joseph Biden
@josephbiden· Democratic · DE· Apr 22, 2007

We must never forget that America is a beacon of hope and opportunity, and that we must do all we can to preserve that legacy.

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George W. Bush
@georgewbush· Republican · TX· Oct 17, 2005

America welcomes all who come here respecting our laws and is strengthened by those who come seeking opportunity.

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George W. Bush
@georgewbush· Republican · TX· Nov 7, 2003

We must give more workers the opportunity to learn new skills so they can get ahead and provide for their families.

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George W. Bush
@georgewbush· Republican · TX· Nov 6, 2003

A compassionate society must promote opportunity for all, including the independence and dignity that come from ownership.

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Bill Clinton
@billclinton· Democratic · AR· Nov 17, 2000

We believe we owe them, and all Americans like them, what they came here for, a chance, finally, to take their father home.

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Bill Clinton
@billclinton· Democratic · AR· Nov 17, 2000

I said I would work hard to turn the country around, to create a situation where everybody who was willing to work and take responsibility has the opportunity to live the American dream.

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George W. Bush
@georgewbush· Republican · TX· Oct 10, 2000

I think they ought to look at us as a country that understands freedom where it doesn't matter who you are or how you're raised or where you're from, that you can succeed.

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